The terms "latent functions" and "dysfunctions" both refer to phenomena that are recognized by participants in a social system.

Name: The terms "latent functions" and "dysfunctions" both refer to phenomena that are recognized by participants in a social system.
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Latent functions are unintended and unrecognized consequences of social processes, while dysfunctions are recognized negative consequences, indicating that participants in a social system may not always be aware of latent functions.

The Terms "Latent Functions" and "Dysfunctions" Both Refer to Phenomena